Multiplication Problem (Mt 14:17) by Dr. Rich Reich

05 Aug Multiplication Problem (Mt 14:17) by Dr. Rich Reich

Welcome God now with this LIFE Group Devotion(FB), provided by LIFE Runners (FB). Leaders. Guest Authors.
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“But they said to him, ‘Five loaves and two fish are all we have here.'” ~ Mt 14:17 (full readings)
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Rich’s Reflections:   As Christians, we can feel overwhelmed by the cultural meltdown that is taking place before our very eyes.  The cultural war seems to be occurring on multiple fronts:  family, marriage, sexuality, and the dignity of human life.  In  the Gospel today, the Apostles seemed overwhelmed with their situation.  How were they going to feed over five thousand people?  A very daunting task, but they were not without any resources.  They did have five loaves and two fish.  Jesus was able to take their gifts and multiply them for the benefit of many.  It is a daunting task to evangelize a culture that does not respect the dignity of all human life from conception to natural death; especially when we are outnumbered by the thousands as were Jesus and the Apostles.  But do not feel overwhelmed.  Even though the gifts that we bring to the Pro-Life table may seem insufficient to change a culture of death, Jesus will multiply our gifts and feed many.  * Dr. Rich Reich is the co-founder of the LIFE Group Devotions and the National LIFE Runners Team.  He is married to Erica and lives in Colorado Springs, CO.  Full bio.
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Faith Challenge:  Do not be overwhelmed by your limited resources to serve the Pro-Life mission, for Jesus will multiply your efforts.

Counter-Culture News: LifeSiteNews, LifeNews, American Family, Vatican, Project Rachel.
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Our Prayers: Prayer to end abortion. LIFE Runners Creed. Add Prayers. Pray with meals, bedtime, wake up, etc. Consider mid-week Family Rosary (17 min). Let’s pray now.
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Feast Day:  St. Addal
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Faith Quote:  “If you can’t feed a hundred people, then feed just one.” ~ Mother Teresa
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Through Christ our Lord,
Rich
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